Does anyone else lose their words mid-sentence?

word finding
speech
cognitive slips
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I’ll be mid sentence and poof the word’s gone lol. Anyone else do this?
2025-12-20 14:00
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Tasmiah  Rahman
Tasmiah Rahman
NP
Yes, this is very common in ADHD. Word finding relies on working memory and retrieval speed. When attention shifts or the brain is juggling multiple thoughts, the word can simply vanish. This can feel embarrassing or frustrating, especially in professional settings. Clinicians understand this as a cognitive slip, not a speech or intelligence issue. Slowing down, pausing, or circling back often helps. You are not alone in this.

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2025-12-30 17:10
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